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1953
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2013
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Kinley Adams Obituary
August 11, 1953 - June 30, 2013
Kinley K. Adams was born August 11, 1953 to Kenard and Gerry Adams in Salem, OR. He graduated from McNary High School in 1971, followed by Seattle Pacific University in 1975. He then received his DMD from OHSU in 1979, and became the third generation of Adams dentists in Salem.
In 1976, Kinley married Lorraine Jeager whom he had met in college orchestra. They have two sons, Brock and Cameron. Kinley has always strove for excellence in all aspects of life.
Kinley is survived by his wife, Lorraine Adams of Salem; sons, Brock (wife Audrey) of Washington D.C. and Cameron (wife Christa) of Salt Lake City, UT; parents, Dr. Kenard and Gerry Adams of Salem; sister, Cherie Goetz (husband Mark) Salem; brother, Roger (wife Stephanie) of Lake Kiowa, Texas.
A celebration of Kinley's life will be at 3:00 PM, Friday, July 5th at First Baptist Church, 395 Marion St. NE, Salem, OR. Arrangements are by City View Funeral Home. Charitable contributions may be made to Mt. Hood SAR Council at P. O. Box 1253, Oregon City, OR 97045-8253.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kinley Adams
Ronald Fourtner
July 11, 2013
My sincere and heart felt condolence goes out to the Adams family for their loss of a wonderful son, husband, father, friend and humanitarian.
Hussain Family
July 8, 2013
Dear Cameron,
No words are adequate to convey the sense of loss you must feel at the passing away of your father. We pray that God will give you and your family the strength to bear this loss. May God rest his soul in peace. Amen
July 5, 2013
Sorry for the loss Of Dr. Kinley K.Adams My condolences go out to the friends and family I know what a loss feels like Touching close to home into the heart Maybe you'll find some love and peace in this time of grief.
Michael Neal
July 5, 2013
What a great guy. I spent a lot of time in his chair in 2012 and he always laughed at my goofy jokes. I was continually amazed at his skills blending technical know-how with artistic abilities. Truly a great loss for all of us. My condolences to his family and colleagues.
Milner and Rosemary Mead
July 5, 2013
For the family of Kinley Adams: at a time like this, we can find no words to express our sorrow at Kinley's passing. As with the rest of those that have known him over the years, we will miss his smiling face and cheery manner. Kinley could make the trip to the dentist almost fun.
Ken Jones
July 5, 2013
I didn't know him as a friend, but was a patient for over 20 years. Dr. Adams was one of the nicest guys you'd ever meet. He was so gentle and thoughtful, and that was reflected in his skills as a Dentist. I enjoyed teasing him about his peanut butter and strawberry jelly sandwiches he'd eat everyday, and making him laugh at dumb jokes. He had a great laugh that made his eyes and whole face light up.
The loss of Kinely is a great loss for the whole community. He'll be missed by many, God bless him.
Karen Burkholder
July 4, 2013
My condolences on the loss of Dr. Adams. I never had the pleasure of meeting him, but he sounds like a wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kinley's Ski Patrol Picture
Joel Timmerman
July 4, 2013
I am so saddened to hear the outcome of the search efforts for Kinley. When I transferred to the Santiam Pass Ski Patrol, Kinley was my candidate trainer. That was 8 years ago. He became an instant friend and someone I will never forget. Kinley like to kid with me and I still have his voice of "Oh Joel" engraved in my memory. Kinley didn't hesitate in volunteering to take my ski duty day shift with short notice when I was in dire need but that was the kind of guy he was. Always willing to help someone out in the spur of the moment. Lorraine, Kinley touched us all on the Patrol and he will always be remembered for his joyous attitude. I always enjoyed skiing with him and you and hope to ski with you again in keeping Kinley's spirit alive. Kinley's lose is tough for me and I can't imagine the lost felt by you and the immediate family. Especially when it is unexpected. When I first heard Kinley was missing by e-mail from Anne Greenwood June 23, my prayers went out for a successful search and rescue. I clung to the computer checking the status of the search efforts 3 to 4 timed a day. As time went on, I held an optimistic view as did you and the family. That how much this man was loved. Now we are face with the reality that Kinley is physically no longer with us. Our only comfort is that he remains spiritually attached to each and everyone he touched. That can never be taken from us. May the passing of time be our solace in easing the sadness we all feel.
Eleanor McClain
July 4, 2013
I will always remember Kinley as a kind and gentle soul, and the best dentist that I have ever been to. His passing is a great loss for the community and all that knew him, and his family is in my thoughts and prayers. His office staff is the best also, and I'm sure that they will need support in handling his patients now and in the near future. I will always remember his wonderful laugh.
July 4, 2013
Remembering a fine dentist and good friend--you will be missed, Kinley. Former patients, Jim (d) & Shirley Callaghan, North Vernon, IN
Carrie Wyckoff Philpott
July 3, 2013
With loving memories of KK from Faith Wyckoff and Family
Anne Hodge
July 3, 2013
Rest in peace Dr. Adams.
July 3, 2013
Lorraine, Dr. Kenard, Gerrie and family, Pat and I grieve along with you for a remarkable man. He influenced me in many ways and set the bar so high that I was never as happy as a dental assistant after moving away. Kinley was a wonderful man, a great dentist and a godly example for your sons. We will be praying for comfort for you all. Pat and Melanie McReynolds
Lita (Moser) Anderson
July 3, 2013
All the Washington cousins are so sorry to hear that Kinley has passed on to be with the Lord. He was such a kind man, so thoughtful to his patients, proud of his family. He will be missed by everyone who knew him!
Debbie Steenslid
July 3, 2013
A pt. many yrs ago...I had an exam and told Kinley I had a dull ache..he had his dad call me on a Sunday..they were at Black Butte and Kinley shared with his dad he was worried about me. Kenard met me at their office and took care of me. Always taking care of others...I am praying for all of you today as you grieve this loss on earth. Till we meet again..
Colleen Redmond Peterson
July 3, 2013
Dear Lorraine,
So sorry to hear of Kinley's passing. May the Lord comfort you and your family. I'm thankful I was able to get to know you and meet Kinley during my year at SPU. Praying for the Lord's sustaining presence for you.
Kris Keele (Schafer)
July 3, 2013
I can still hear his laugh...he was such a happy, kind, gentle and giving man. He was a wonderful man, who was part of a wonderful family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Rest in peace Kinley, a true angel in heaven.
Bob Driver
July 3, 2013
Lorraine, Brock, and Cameron, I am so sorry to hear about Kinley's death. He was a good friend in college and one we all remembered for his love for Lorraine. More in the card that's coming.
Robert Ford
July 3, 2013
Just a few weeks ago I saw Kinley sitting their on the floor with children around him at church. That's who he was - willing to serve at any capacity - a great example to others - to me over the many years.
Lorraine, Brock, Cammeron, and the rest of the family: I will still pray for you through this difficult time.
Maybe the chariots of fire didn't come as we expected and prayed -and then, maybe it had already come.
Barbara Leonard-Bahr
July 3, 2013
Dear family and friends of Dr. Kinley Adams,
I am so very sorry for your loss. When I think of Dr. Adams, I remember a very kind, extremely gentle dentist, with a warm smile for everyone. His father was my first dentist as a child, and Kinley my second as an adult. This is such a loss of such a wonderfully giving and caring person. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of sorrow.
William Conard
July 3, 2013
Although I didn't know Dr. Adams, I was touched by him--my grandson and I were hiking on Mt. Hood the day he went to be with the Lord. His example as a Christian, as a selfless professional, and as an avid outdoorsman are exemplary for me, and for my grandson who was hiking with me. May the Lord Jesus bless and comfort his family and friends for Dr. Adam's early departure, and may the assurance of seeing him in heaven fill them with hope. Bill Conard, Billy Graham Evangelistic Association
Terri (Burger) Morford
July 3, 2013
Lorraine, Brock and Cameron -- what a great loss for you and a tremendous gain for Heaven. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you!! We have very fond memories of Kinley at our summer youth campouts, and my time in the choir.
ValRee Bradford Laws
July 3, 2013
Condolences to The Adams family.
July 3, 2013
Kinley had just become a client at my barbershop, we even talked about my new found love "Mountain Climbing" while he was getting his haircut. I was in awe at this guys knowledge of Mountain Climbing. I'm so grieved I was never able to come to know him as a friend and client but I know this was a great man and I'm praying for his family!
Rick Bailey (Bailey's Barbershop Salem)
Nancy Cox
July 3, 2013
Kinley has given so much of himself to so many. He will continue to live on in each of us through his love and his walk with Christ. In our faith we can seek solace in the knowledge that God has an even more remarkable reward in mind as Kinley's life continues to unfold in the other room of our Father's house.
Love and peace to all of you.
Scott Foster
July 3, 2013
Sad to hear the news. We will miss you dear friend.
Leslie Jean
July 3, 2013
Kinley K Adams the best dentist in the world. The very best person anyone could ever work for. You will be missed by all the world. I pray for your wonderful family and your wonderful staff. You were a wonderful caring person on earth and now you are an angel in heaven.
Michael Jameson (White)
July 3, 2013
May the Lord Jesus comfort you in this time of sorrows. Words cannot express my the blessing of knowing Kinley. The world will be less fortunate with him no longer being with us. My prayers are with you and if there is anything that I can do please let me know.
Kinley & Roy in Yosemite
Roy Ratzlaff
July 2, 2013
Along the way of many climbs together, I saved his life and he saved mine. He was a high quality man rarely seen.
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